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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-12-02MINUTES HUNTINGTON BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION Council Chambers, Civic Center Huntington Beach, California TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1975 - 7:00 P.M. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None MINUTES: ON MOTION BY KERINS AND SECOND BY FINLEY, MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 4, 1975 AND NOVEMBER 18, 1975 MEETING WERE APPROVED BY A UNANIMOUS VOTE: ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS: Conditional Use Permit No. 74-22 Applicant: Four Seasons Farms Conditional Use Permit No. 74-22 is a request to permit the operation of an Equestrian Center on a permanent permit located on Ellis Avenue, 630 feet west of Goldenwest Street, south side of Ellis. The applicant has requested a continuance to the February 17, 1976 meeting. The continuance is intended to allow for the finalizing of the proposed revisions to the horse related ordinance. The staff concurred with the request. The Chairman opened the public hearing. There being no one present to address the Commission, the Chairman closed the public hearing. ON MOTION BY SHEA AND SECOND BY PARKINSON, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 74-22 WAS CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 17, 1976 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finely, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-09 Applicant: Bill C. Williams Conditional Use Permit No. 75-09 is a request to allow the continued operation of an existing horse stable located on the north side of Ernest at Stewart. -1- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1975 Page 2 IN CONJUNCTION WITH: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-27 Applicant: Bill C. Williams Conditional Exception No. 75-27 is a request to allow: (1) A re- duction of the front yard setback from the required 50 feet to as little as 0; (2) a reduction of the interior side yard setback from the required 25 feet to as little as 0; (3) a reduction of the rear yard from the required 25 feet to as little as 0; (4) waiver of the required 5 ft. planter area along portions of the front property line; (5) waiver of required 5 ft. planter area along portions of side and rear property line; (6) waiver of paving and striping for the off-street parking facilities. Subject property is located on the north side of Ernest at Stewart. Commissioner Shea requested to abstain from the review of these applications, and subsequently left the chair. John Cope addressed the Commission and expanded on the staff report. Mr. Cope reviewed the background of the proposal stating that this equestrian center was originally established through approval of Conditional Exception No. 70-33 in May of 1970. The Planning Commission approved the use as an interim use with an expiration date of July 1, 1975, or when the Route 1 Freeway was developed, whichever occurred first. An appeal was subsequently filed; how- ever, the City Council sustained the Planning Commission's action on September 21, 1970. On August 4, 1971, the City Council con- ducted a public hearing for the purpose of revoking Conditional Exception No. 70-33. Based upon the testimony and information provided, the Council denied the request for revocation. However, it required the owner to comply with two additional conditions: (1) The entire perimeter of the area under lease be fenced and (2) That the riding area be moved to the easterly portion of the property. Mr. Cope further stated that this application had been continued on two different occasions to allow for the processing of the pending temporary horse stable ordinance. A field investigation delineated that a number of deficiencies still exist and that the conditional exception application enumerates most of them. Mr. Cope discussed the additional staff report presented to the Commission stating that zoning on the property in question was anticipated to meet the objectives of the General Plan Land Use designation. He further stated that the anticipated Estate Resi- dential Zoning district standards would not provide for a commercial equestrian use. Mr. Cope further stated that when these zoning inconsistencies are combined with the proposed development deficiencies, the staff feels that overall intent of the existing Article 949 "Commercial Equestrian Uses", is not complied with, and therefore, recommends denial of Conditional Use Permit No. 75-09 and Conditional Exception 1 No. 75-27. -2- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1975 Page 3 Viewgraphs of the proposal were shown. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 75-09 and Conditional Exception No. 75-27. Mr. Bill Williams, applicant, addressed the Commission. Mr. Williams stated that he had operated his stable for five years. He stated that the existing setbacks were approved by the Planning Commission at time of initial approval, and that no ordinance was in effect at that time, but was established two years later. He further stated that the area next to the home on the north, (the location on the right of the stable area) is 60 feet, and that there are no horses stabled closer than 125 feet to any residence. The setback on the front of the riding area to the west is possible to be shortened, if desired by the Commission due to adequate room. The property to the west of the riding area is an open oil field which is not cared for at all. The rear yard has a 15 ft. setback. Adjacent to the rear are weeds two feet high, not cared for at all. With the exception of 100 ft. on the west side, nothing comes close to residents on adjoining properties. Mr. Williams stated that there is not enough room for a 5 ft. planter. As far as paving and striping of the parking area are concerned, since it is a temporary use, the expense does not make it feasible. The drainage problem was discussed, and Mr. Cope stated that this could be corrected by the applicant without too much difficulty. Mr. A. C. Marian addressed the Commission and stated his approval of the proposal. Mr. Marian suggested the forming of a Committee to explain to stable owners what is expected of them to bring their stables into conformance with ordinance code requirements. It was his view that the City wants horses in the City. Mr. Marian further stated various inconsistencies with horse ordinances. It was his feeling that all stable owners should adhere to the same rules. Lucille Horner addressed the Commission and voiced her approval of the proposal. She felt that Mr. Williams, the applicant, has pro- vided good activities for the children and adults of the community. She felt the ordinance is too stringent, and voiced her opinion as to keeping horse stables within the City of Huntington Beach. Mr. Jerry Larcor addressed the Commission and stated that he was in favor of the proposal. He further stated that he is a stable owner next door, and that the stables provide a healthy atmosphere for the children of the City. Mr. James Johnson addressed the Commission and stated that he was in favor of the proposal. Mr. Johnson stated that the applicant has tried to meet ordinance code requirements and that the code changes too rapidly. He further stated that there are no resi- dences immediately adjacent to the proposal. -3- PC 12/2/75 Minutes; H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1975 Page 4 Ms. Nancy Allen addressed the Commission voicing her approval of the proposal. She feels that with the applicant's 215 stalls, at least 200 families are being made happy. She further stated that if the land is to be made residential, only a fraction of families could derive enjoyment off the land in question. Mr. Harold McBee addressed the Commission. Mr. McBee voiced his approval of the proposal, stating that his work with juvenile delinquents has proven that such a stable helps provide a healthy atmosphere for our younger generation. Mr. Ralph Leyva addressed the Commission and voiced his approval of the proposal. Mr. Leyva stated that he has seen this City grow from 10,000 to 150,000 people and that the horse played a significant role in the development of this country. He feels that the applicant should be allowed to practice free enterprise. Mr. Hal Munday addressed the Commission and voiced his approval of the proposal. Mr. Munday discussed the Master Plan of the general area. Mr. Stuart Parker, Attorney, representing adjoining homeowners, addressed the Commission and stated his opposition to the proposal. Mr. Parker stated that the staff report speaks for itself. He stated that the temporary use of the stable was allowed with very stringent conditions. Mr. Parker felt that a hardship has not been demonstrated, citing that the ordinance code does not recognize "financial" hardship. As there were no other parties present to speak in favor of or opposition to the proposal, the public hearing was closed. Commission discussion ensued. It was the consensus of the Commission that the ordinance had not as yet been resolved and that all facilities should be viewed at one time in order to expedite locations for these types of facilities. ON MOTION BY KERINS AND SECOND BY BAZIL, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-09 AND CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-27 WERE CONTINUED TO THE FEBRARY 17, 1976 meeting. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Shea -4- PC 12/2/75 u 1 1 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1975. Page 5 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-21 Applicant: Terry Aggers III Conditional Use Permit is a request to permit the construction of a tennis and swim club located on the southeast corner of Ellis Avenue and Edwards Street. IN CONJUNCTION WITH: CONDITIONAL EXCEPTION NO. 75-45 Applicant: Terry Aggers III Conditional Exception No. 75-45 is a request to permit the encroach- ment into the rear yard and interior side yard located on the south- east corner of Ellis Avenue and Edwards Street. Mr. John Cope addressed the Commission and elaborated on the staff report. He stated that the request is to permit the develop- ment of a private tennis and swim club on a site that had been previously approved for such a use. Mr. Cope stated that the application is a refiling for the use necessitated by the facts that some changes to the plan have been proposed, there is a change in both the property owner and applicant, and because the original approval date expires on January 20, 1976. The revisions on the new plan include the elimination of the five handball/racquetball courts, a reduction in the size of the clubhouse, the addition of a swimming pool, and an increase in the number of off-street parking spaces. Mr. Cope stated that the applicant has proposed two plans for Commission review. Plan A which is in substantial conformance with applicable provisions of the RA district, and Plan B which exceeds the policy requirement for this type of use. This plan provides much more visible landscaping because of the 25 feet of landscaping in the front yard versus the 15 feet in Plan A. However, Mr. Cope stated that Conditional Exception No. 75-45 had been filed in conjunction with Plan B which involves the indicated encroachments into the rear and interior side yard. Mr. Cope further stated that should the existing oil wells be incorporated into the development, the design for screening and design precise location shall require Planning Department approval. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Mr. Terry Aggers, the applicant, Aggers stated that the property lease and that the existing oil corporated into the club. addressed the Commission. Mr. in question is under a long-term wells can be aesthetically in- -5- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1975 Page 6 John Thomas addressed the Commission and spoke in favor of the request. It was Mr. Thomas' view that such a facility would set a precedent for other developers to encourage future building in this area. There being no other parties present to speak in favor of or opposition to the proposal, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Commission discussion ensued. It was the consensus of the Commission that Plan A would not necessitate a Conditional Exception. ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY FINLEY CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-21 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS: 1. The site plan indicated as Alternative A and dated November 18, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. The off-street parking facilities shall comply with all pro- visions of Article 979. 3. Edwards Street and Ellis Avenue shall be dedicated and improved as required by the Department of Public Works. 4. Prior to final inspection for the use,, a landscape plan de- picting plant type, size, location, plan for irrigation, and method for screening of the parking area shall be sub- mitted to the Planning Department for approval. 5. The water, sewer, and fire hydrant system shall be as required and approved by the Department of Public Works and Fire Depart- ment. 6. No structures, other than those shown on the approved plot plan shall be constructed. 7. Prior to final inspection for the use, the existing interior overhead utility lines shall be completely removed or placed underground. 8. On -site lighting for the tennis courts shall be subject to approval by the Department of Building and Community Development. Said lighting shall be reviewed for effects on traffic safety, and possible Public Utilities Commission restrictions on out- door lighting facilities. There shall be no night lighting of the tennis courts past 11:00 p.m. -6- PC 12/2/75 Minutes; H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, Dec. 2, 1975 Page 7 9. The lounge or food facilities shall not be opened to the general public. 10. The developer shall participate in the local drainage assess- ment district. 11. No outdoor public address system shall be permitted. 12. Special events at the complex, which are open to the general public, shall be subject to approval of a special event permit by the Board of Zoning Adjustments to insure sufficient off- street parking for such events. 13. The use shall be subject to review by the Planning Commission in two (2) years from the date of approval for determination. 14. Prior to the issuance of building permits, soil reports as required by the Departments of Building and Community Develop- ment and Public Works shall be submitted to such departments for approval. 15. The westerly access point shall be designed to the specifications of the City Engineer reflecting an egress traffic flow only. 16. Prior to the issuance of Building Permits, all oil operations shall be abandoned according to State and City specifications, or prior to the issuance of Building Permits, the applicant shall submit for review and approval action by the Planning Commission the precise location of all oil wells and storage facilities and the method of screening and landscaping for such oil facilities. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None Conditional Exception No. 75-45 was rendered inapplicable because of the Planning Commission's approval on Plan "A" on Conditional Use Permit No. 75-21. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-18 Applicant: Huntington Harbour Corporation Conditional Use Permit No. 75-18 is a request to permit the con- struction of 136 single family dwelling units and appurtenant rec- reation and open space facilities located on the south side of Edinger Avenue, approximately 1500 ft. west of Trinidad Lane in an R2, Medium Density Residential District. -7- PC 12/2/75 I Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 8 IN CONJUNCTION WITH: TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8718 Applicant: Huntington Harbour Corporation Tentative Tract No. 8718 is a request to permit the construction of 136 single family dwelling units and appurtenant recreation and open space facilities located on the south side of Edinger Avenue, approximately 1500 ft. west of Trinidad Lane in an R2, Medium Density Residential District. Mr. Jim Palin addressed the Commission and presented two additional conditions, should the Commission take approval action on the subject applications. Chairman Slates opened the public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 75-18. Mr. Bill Duncan, representing the applicant, addressed the Commission and stated his approval of the staff report and proposed conditions of approval. There being no further parties present to speak in favor of or op- position to the proposal, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Commission discussion ensued. ON MOTION -BY SLATES AND SECOND BY BAZIL, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-18 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated November 26, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. All utilities shall be. installed underground. 3. The developer shall install full street improvement on "A" Street in conjunction with construction and development of this project. 4. Detail plans for the proposed physical barrier between the proposed project and the city park area to the south shall be submitted to the Planning Department for approval action. This wall shall be constructed of an opaque material as well as wrought iron to facilitate visual openings at the location of landscaping. 5. The exterior elevations of all buildings proposed for construction within the project shall comply with the architectural design of the units submitted to the Planning Commission for approval in conjunction with the site plan and tentative map. -8- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 9 6. The design and location of the guest parking to be provided along "C" Street shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 7. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in the ceiling and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-19 and R-11, respectively. If no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation,in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-13 and R-7, respectively. 8. All building spoils such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus and unusable material shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 9. Natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at locations of clothes dryers. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 10. An engineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the surface acceleration for earth movement for the project property. 11. Calculations for footings and structural members to withstand anticipated g-factors shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 12. A chemical analysis as well as tests for physical properties of the soil on subject property shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 13. All structures proposed for construction within this subdivision shall be constructed in compliance with the g-factors calculation and the chemical and physical soil analysis. 14. Structures on subject property whether attached or detached shall be constructed in compliance with state acoustical standards set forth for all units that lie within the 60 CNEL contour of the property. 15. The CC&R's and Association Rules shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles from being located within open parking spaces. 16. A decorative masonry wall shall be constructed to City specifi- cations along Edinger Avenue. Said wall shall be six inches wide and six feet high. The height of said wall shall be measured from whichever side is higher at finished grade. The architectural design of said wall shall be similar to that wall approved on Houghton Bay (Tentative Map 5483) and submitted to the Planning Department for review and approval. The structural design shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and shall be included as a part of the street improvement plans. The intent of this condition is to improve the street scene along Edinger Avenue. -9- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 10 17. Landscape planter areas shall be provided at locations along Edinger Avenue similar to design and placement as approved for Houghton Bay (Tentative Map 5483). Said planter shall conform to the plans and specifications on file in the Department of Public Works and requirements of the Planning Commission. 18. The existing agreement shall be extended and bonds shall be renewed and filed by the developer with the City of Huntington Beach for the construction of Long Channel. 19. All main structures constructed within the complex shall have a minimum of 25 ft. separation as required by Article 931. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY BAZIL TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8718 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: The Planning Commission of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby find that the proposed subdivision, along with its design and improve- ments, is consistent with general and specific plans for the area in that: 1. The proposed subdivision of this 14.1 acre parcel of land zoned R2 (which allows 15 units per gross acre) is proposed to be constructed having only 11.7 units per gross acre. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation for this type of housing. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land ,use at the time the land use designation for medium density residential was placed on said property. 4. The parcel size, depth, frontage, street widths, and all other design and improvements features of the proposed subdivision are proposed to be constructed in compliance with standard plans and specifications on file with the City, as well as in com- pliance with the State Map and supplementary City Subdivision Ordinance. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The tentative map received and dated November 26, 1975, shall be the approved layout. -10- PC 12/2/75 Minutes; H.B, Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 11 2. The sewage, water and fire hydrant system shall be designed to City standards. 3. The water system shall be through the City of Huntington Beach water system. 4. The sewage disposal system shall be through the City of Huntington Beach sewage system. 5, The property shall be subject to local drainage assessment district requirements and fees. 6. Drainage for the subdivision shall be approved by the Depart- ment of Public Works prior to the recordation of a final map. This system shall be designed to provide for siltation and erosion control both during and after construction of the project. 7. All required improvements shall be constructed under the supervision of and to the approval of the City Engineer. Costs for the inspections shall be paid by the subdivider. 3� percent of the amount of the improvement bond shall be deposited with the City Engineer for inspection costs. 8. A grant deed shall be submitted to the City precedent to the acceptance of a final map for recordation on this tentative map for dedication of the area at the southerly terminous of this project to the City of Huntington Beach for park and beach purposes. 9. Vehicular access rights to Edinger Avenue shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at the intersection of Edinger and "A" Street. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-16 Applicant: B and B Developers Conditional Use Permit No. 75-16 is a request to permit the con- struction of a 20 unit condominium project located on the east side of Florida Street near Garfield Avenue in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. I IN CONJUNCTION WITH: -11- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 12 TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 9081 Applicant: B and B Developers Tentative Tract No. 9081 is a request for the construction of a one lot subdivision located on the east side of Florida Street, one block north of Garfield Avenue in an R3, Medium High Density Residential District. Mr. Jim Palin addressed the Commission and stated that the Board of Zoning Adjustments had approved the apartment development at the November 6, 1975 meeting. The Chairman opened the public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 75-16. Mr. Claude Clemmens was present to represent the applicant. Mr. Clemmens stated that he would agree to all proposed conditions of approval and was at Commission's disposal for questions. There being no other parties present to speak in favor of or opposition to the proposal, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Commission discussion ensued. The wall height for the proposed oil storage tanks was discussed. Mr. Clemmens replied that he had proposed the height of said wall to be 48 inches. ON MOTION BY BOYLE AND SECOND BY BAZIL, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-16 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated October 3, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. All utilities shall be installed underground. 3. A six foot high masonry wall shall be constructed along the north, south, and east property lines of the development. The height of said wall shall be measured from whichever side is higher at finished grade. An eight foot masonry wall may be substituted along the east property line to separate the project from the commercial property to the east. 4. A masonry wall shall be constructed around the proposed oil storage tanks within the proposed development. This wall shall remain in existence of the life of the oil well operation. Said wall shall be constructed to contain 100 percent of the capacity of the storage tank facility. -12- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 13 5. Prior to the conveyance of any unit within the development for condominium ownership, the oil well and tank facility shall be removed and the area incorporated into the open space for the use of all owners within the project. This abandonment shall be in compliance with City and State standards in effect at that time. A landscape plan shall be submitted to the City at the time of abandonment for review on the proposed landscaping within the area of the oil well and tank farm for integration into the overall open space area. 6. All details and amenities of the development as shown on the site plan submitted for approval shall be constructed within the development; such as, recreational building, swimming pool, tennis courts, and volleyball area, as well as those areas within the pedestrian and vehicular circulation areas shown to be constructed with stamped concrete to aesthetically improve the project. 7. The exterior elevations of all buildings proposed for construction within the project shall comply with the architectural design of the units submitted to the Planning Commission for approval in conjunction with the site plan and tentative map. a. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the insulation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-19 and R-11 respectively. If no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-13 and R-7 respectively. 9. All building spoils such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus or unusable material shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 10. Natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at locations of clothes dryers. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 11. An engineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the surface acceleration for earth movement for the project property. 12. Calculations for footings and structural members to withstand anticipated g-factors shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 13. A chemical analysis as well as tests for physical properties of the soil on subject property shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. -13- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 14 14. All structures proposed for construction within this subdivision shall be constructed in compliance with the g-factors calculation, and the chemical and physical soil analysis. 15. Structures on subject property whether attached or detached shall be constructed in compliance with state acoustical standards set forth for all units that lie within the 60 CNEL contour for the property.. 16. The CC&R's and Association Rules shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles from being located within open parking spaces. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finely, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY.BOYLE AND SECOND BY PARKINSON TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 9081 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: The Planning Commission of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby find that the proposed subdivision, along with its design and im- provements, is consistent with general and specific plans for the area in that: 1. The proposed subdivision of the 1.137 acre parcel of land zoned R3 (which allows 25 units per gross acre) is proposed to be constructed having only 17.54 units per gross acre. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use as well as setting forth.objectives for implementation for this type of housing. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designation for medium density residential was placed on said property. 4. The parcel size, depth, frontage, street widths, and all other design and improvements features of the proposed subdivision are proposed to be constructed in compliance with standard plans and specifications on file with the City, as well as in compliance with the State Map and supplementary City Subidivison Ordinance. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The tentative map received and dated October 3, 1975 shall be the approved layout. -14- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 15 2. The sewer, water, and fire hydrant system shall be designed to City standards. 3. The water system shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system. 4. The sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 5. The property shall be subject to local drainage assessment district requirements and fees. 6. Drainage for the subdivision shall be approved by the Department of Public Works prior to the recordation of a final map. This system shall be designed to provide for siltation and erosion control both during and after construction of the project. 7. All required improvements shall be constructed under supervision of and to the approval of the City Engineer. Costs for the inspections shall be paid by the subdivider. 3# percent of the amount of the improvement bond shall be deposited with the City Engineer for inspection costs. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-20 Applicant: Frank H. Ayres & Son Const. Co. Conditional Use Permit No. 75-20 is a request to permit a 25 unit condominium project in a Planned Residential Development located on the southeast corner of Adams Avenue and Delaware Street in an R-2, Medium Density Residential District. IN CONJUNCTION WITH: TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8984 Applicant: Frank H. Ayres & Son Const. Co. Tentative Tract No. 8984 is a request to permit a 26 lot subdivision on 2.85 acres of land in an R2, Medium Density Residential District. Mr. Jim Palin addressed the Commission and stated that he had no additional comments to the staff report presented. Chairman Slates opened the public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 75-20. Mr. Mike Jagger, representing the applicant, addressed the Commission and stated that he was at the Commission's disposal to answer any questions they may have. -15- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 16 There being no other parties present to speak in favor of or opposition to Conditional Use Permit No. 75-20, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Commission discussion ensued. ON MOTION BY PARKINSON AND SECOND BY BOYLE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 75-20 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The site plan received and dated November 6, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. All utilities shall be installed underground. 3. A decorative masonry wall shall be constructed to ci-ty'specifi- cations along Delaware Street. Said wall shall be six inches wide and six feet high. The height of said wall shall be measured from whichever side is higher at finished grade. The architectural design of said wall shall be approved by the Planning Department. Structural design shall be approved by the Department of Public Works and shall be included as a part of the street improvement plans. The intent of this condition is to improve the street scene along Delaware. 4. Landscape planter shall be provided along Delaware Street. Such planter shall conform to the plans and specifications on file in the Department of Public Works and requirements of the Planning Commission. 5. Plans for the physical barrier between the proposed project and the area to the north shall be submitted to the Planning Depart- ment for approval action. This fence and/or wall shall be con- structed of an opaque material to prohibit intrusion into the planned development from the area to the north. 6. The exterior elevations of all buildings proposed for construction within the project shall comply with the architectural design of the units submitted to the Planning Commission for approval in conjunction with the site plan and tentative map. 7. The design and location of the guest parking to be provided within the project shall be submitted to the Planning Depart- ment for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 8. If the developer proposes to provide air conditioning, the in- sulation in.the ceiling and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-19 and R-11, respectively. If no air conditioning is to be provided, the insulation in ceilings and exterior walls shall be a minimum of R-13 and R-7, respectively. -16- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 17 9. All building spoils such as unusable lumber, wire, pipe, and other surplus and unusable material shall be disposed of at an off -site facility equipped to handle them. 10. Natural gas and 220V electrical shall be stubbed in at locations of clothes dryers. Natural gas shall be stubbed in at locations of cooking facilities, water heaters, and central heating units. 11. An engineering geologist shall be engaged to submit a report indicating the surface acceleration for earth movement for the project property. 12. Calculations for footings and structural members to withstand anticipated g-factors shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 13. A chemical analysis as well as tests for physical properties of the soil on subject property shall be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of building permits. 14. All structures proposed for construction within this subdivision shall be constructed in compliance with the g-factors calculation and the chemical and physical soil analysis. 15. Structures on subject property whether attached or detached shall be constructed in compliance with state acoustical standards set forth for all units that lie within the 60 CNEL contour of the property. 16. The CC&R's and Association Rules shall restrict the storage of recreational vehicles from being located within open parking spaces. AYES:- Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None ON MOTION BY PARKINSON AND SECOND BY SHEA TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8984 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: The Planning Commission of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby find that the proposed subdivision, along with its design and im- provements, is consistent with general and specific plans for the area in that: 1. The proposed subdivision of this 2.85+ acre parcel of land zoned R2-PD-10(which allows 10 units per gross acre) is proposed to be constructed having only 8.7 units per gross acre. -17- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 18 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation for this type of housing. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designation for medium density residential was placed on said property. 4. The parcel size, depth, frontage, street widths, and all other design and improvements features of the proposed subdivision are proposed to be constructed in compliance with standard plans and specifications on file with the City, as well as in compliance with the State Map and supplementary City Subdivision Ordinance. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The tentative map received and dated November 6, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. The sewer, water, and fire hydrant systems shall be designed to City standards. 3. The water system shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's water system. 4. The sewage disposal shall be through the City of Huntington Beach's sewage system. 5. The property shall be subject to local drainage assessment district requirements and fees. 6. Drainage for the subdivision shall be approved by the Department of Public Works prior to the recordation of a final map. This system shall be designed to provide for siltation and erosion control both during and after construction of the project. 7. All required improvements shall be constructed under the super- vision of and to the approval of the City Engineer. Costs for the inspections shall be paid by the subdivider. 3h percent of the amount of the improvement bond shall be deposited with the City Engineer for inspection costs. 8. Vehicular access rights to Delaware shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at the intersection of Delaware and the private street. 9. Tract Map 8984 shall be annexed to and be made a part of Phase I of the planned development Tentative Map 8736. There shall be one parent association for maintenance of all common areas with reciprocal easements over and across each phase for all owners within the total complex. -18- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 19 AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8746 Applicant: Huntington Beach Industrial Park Tentative Tract No. 8746 is a request to permit the subdivision of industrial land into lots not less than 20,000 sq.ft. per M1A-20,000 in an M1-A, Restricted Industrial District. Mr. Palin addressed the Commission and stated that he was proposing two additional conditions to the proposed conditions of approval contained in the staff report. Mr. Dave Ariss addressed the Commission and stated that he was amenable to all conditions proposed in the staff report and those added by Mr. Palin at the night of the meeting. Commission discussion ensued. ON MOTION BY PARKINSON AND SECOND BY SHEA TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 8746 WAS APPROVED WITH THE FOLLOWING FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: FINDINGS: The Planning Commission of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby find that the proposed subdivision, along with its design and improvements, is consistent with general and specific plans for the area in that: 1. The proposed subdivision of this 35+ acre parcel of land zoned 100-R41-A,20,000 (which allows 2.18+ parcels per gross acre) is proposed to be constructed having only 1.54+ parcels per gross acre. 2. The General Plan has set forth provisions for this type of land use as well as setting forth objectives for implementation for this type of industrial development. 3. The property was previously studied for this intensity of land use at the time the land use designation for light industrial uses was placed on said property. 4. The parcel, size, depth, frontage, street widths, and all other design and improvements features of the proposed subdivision are proposed to be constructed in compliance with standard plans and,specifications on file with the City, as well as in com- pliance with the State Map and supplementary City Subdivision Ordinance. -19- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 20 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: 1. The tentative map received and dated October 14, 1975 shall be the approved layout. 2. All required setbacks shall be measured from the property line or easement line whichever is greater. 3. All vehicular access rights along Graham Street shall be dedicated to the City of Huntington Beach except at street intersections. 4. All street improvements on Graham and local streets within the proposed subdivision shall be accomplished in compliance with the standard plans and specifications on file in the Department of Public Works. 5. Drainage for the subdivision shall be approved by the Department of Public Works prior to the recordation of a final map. The drainage system shall be designed for siltation and erosion control both during and after construction of the industrial park. 6. A conceptual landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for approval prior to the issuance of any building permits on parcels 1 through 8 inclusive to provide for buffer landscaping strip between the industrial properties and the R1 properties to the west. Such landscaping to be installed at the time the development of each of the parcels. 7. Soils and compaction reports shall be submitted to the Department of Building and Community Development and Department of Public Works prior to the issuance of building permits. Such reports shall be submitted by a qualified soils engineer. 8. A six and one-half foot (6h') high decorative masonry wall shall be constructed along the westerly property of parcels 1-8. Such wall shall be constructed at the time of initial development of the subdivision and shall be installed as one project to eliminate the intrusion of the R1 areas to the west. 9. A vacation of the fifteen and one-half foot (15�-') strip of the west side of Graham Street shall be accomplished prior to the recordation of a final map on this subdivision. 10. A six foot (6') high decorative masonry wall measured from the highest side shall be constructed along the south property line of this proposed project. 11. All required improvements shall be constructed under supervision of and to the approval of the City Engineer. Costs for the inspections shall be paid by the subdivider. 3� percent of the amount of the improvement bond shall be deposited with the City Engineer for inspection costs. -20- PC 12/2/75 Minutes: H.B. Planning Commission Tuesday, December 2, 1975 Page 21 12. The property shall be subject to local drainage assessment district requirements and fees. AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS: Commissioner Kerins discussed the possibility of future off -site improvements in the vicinity of Garfield and Goldenwest. Chairman Slates instructed Mr. Harlow to research the subject of off -site improvements in that area, and to meet with Mr. Hartge, Director of Public Works, to review facts for time table or methods of improvement in that area. Chairman Slates suggested a "No Host" Christmas Party to be held some time during the month of December. Chairman Slates suggested the idea to allow Commission and Staff to get together informally. Commissioner Finley reminded Commissioners to return their question- naires to the League of Women Voters, Commissioner Parkinson inquired regarding the Bolsa Chica Annexation. A draft transmittal to the City Council regarding the Bolsa Chica Annexation was discussed. STAFF'S COMMENTS: Mr. Harlow suggested a time table for study sessions in the month of December. It was the consensus of the Commission to hold the next study session on December 23, 1975. ADJOURNMENT: ON MOTION BY SLATES AND SECOND BY SHEA MEETING WAS ADJOURNED TO DECEMBER 16, 1975 BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: AYES: Parkinson, Bazil, Finley, Slates, Shea, Boyle, Kerins NOES: None ABSENT: None � 1 Roger D. S ates Richard A. Harlow Chairman Secretary -21- PC 12/2/75